Sunday, May 7, 2017

Oh Scrap! : Green

It wasn't until this weekend that I could pull some scraps and get to sewing. I keep green and lime green in two separate color bins. And wouldn't you know that both are overflowing!

My plan for 2017 was to make string blocks every month but in looking at the size and shape of my green scraps, I decided to mix it up a bit. I still plan on using my strings but I am making quarter log cabin blocks. These blocks measure 9.5" square - I start each one with a 2.5" square and just add strips until they are large enough to trim up to size.

Here is where I am at so far. I am trying not to get too hung up on blue green versus yellow green or the fabric print. I think I am going for a small lap quilt so I will need about 42 blocks total.
I still have a long way to go!

How about you - What scrappy things have you been sewing?

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I have many different green prints in my stash and the yellow-green vs. blue-green gets me every time. (Even the lime/bright can veer yellow or veer blue.) I personally love green -- it is the secondary color in every room in our house -- but somehow an entirely green quilt is a challenge to contemplate.

Ohhh! I must look at my greens ..... I know I have loads!!!! They were all in a bundle I bought at a charity quilting fabric sale, many years ago, around the time I first started to think about quilting. I only make small quilted items so not many pieces have been used as yet!

Your quarter log cabin blocks look a great idea for using up every little scrap ..... so I'll be getting those scraps of mine out again soon.

I've just finished working with some blue ones (so outside my comfort zone! .... not my favourite colour!), but I was very pleased with the result, and am happy to be able to join your linky party for the first time.

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